Best Cheap Webcams 2019

For people who have a laptop with a built-in webcam, the frustration of not possessing one may appear alien to them. But others that have a PC with poor built-in or no webcam may need one for their PC to video chat, attend video conference or even use it as a surveillance camera. However, settling for one may be quite problematic.

Sit back and relax as we take you through a detailed review of the best webcam under $100. You will appreciate this most especially if you are considering making a passive income via vlogging.

Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 webcam is affordable and great for making video calls such as on Skype and Hangout. It has a low video resolution but at the price, the offered features are great.

The webcam offers automatic color correction and also comes with a noise-canceling unidirectional microphone. The accompanying stand is well compatible with both laptops and desktops meaning you can easily use it for either if you possess both.

Features

720p HD Video

Noise Cancelling Microphone

Universal Attachment Base

Color correction

Price: $22.05

Pros

Very cheap

Compatible with laptop and desktop

Good for video conference (such as Skype and Hangout)

Cons

HD not 1080p

Razer Kiyo

The Razer Kiyo design appears sturdy ― something like a headlamp. Do not let the design, however, turn you off. It is one of the best webcams for streaming you can get in the market today.

The only thing that differentiates it from premium-priced webcams is that it does away with elegant features and focus instead on important features for game streaming. This includes high image quality via its Ring Light feature. It saves configuration time that some webcams may require before streaming.

Features

1080p HD video

Instant Adjustable Brightness

Light Rings

Compatible with OBS and XSplit

Price: $89.99

Pros

Fantastic low-light performance

Ring Light

Easy to use

Perfect for game streaming

Cons

Quite expensive

Microsoft Q2F-00013 LifeCam

The Microsoft Q2F-00013 LifeCam is an affordable webcam targeted at professional users. It is capable of 1080p video recording and up to 720p live streaming or video calling. You do not need to unplug it to adjust to your location, it is designed to rotate 360 degrees and can also be mounted on a tripod with autofocus.

Thanks to Microsoft’s TrueColor system, the exposure is dynamically shifted to keep you illuminated. It is perfect for attending/organizing business conferencing or presentation.

Features

360 degrees rotation

TrueColor Technology

Full HD video recording

Compatible with Windows and Mac

Price: $49.00

Pros

Face tracking technology

Sharp image quality

Perfect for corporate meetings (such as Skype and Hangout)

Broad view field

Wideband mic for better sound

Good image quality

Cons

May have an issue with Windows 10

Only records in 780p

Logitech C922 Pro Stream

The Logitech C922 Pro Stream webcam is an elegantly designed upgrade of the C920 made especially for gamers and vloggers. The video streaming image is of top-notch quality and with its automatic low-light correction system, it can be used to get great recording/streaming even in the dark.

The video recording is made fun as you can manipulate the background such as replacing it with another even while live. Another reason it is a great choice for vloggers.

Features

High-quality image

Background replacement technology

Low light correction

Autofocus

Full HD glass lens

Price: $71.96

Pros

Compatible with many OS

Background removal feature

Perfect for professional gamers and vloggers

Stereo audio feature

Elegant design

Cons

Microphone can be better

Blurry picture at higher than 30 framerate

Almost like the C920

Genius WideCam F100

The Genius WideCam F100 is indeed a genius webcam in capturing a large conference room using its wide angle. It also offers a high-quality display with resolution up to 1080p and 30 frames per second.

For easy maneuverability, the webcam has a 360-degree swivel and can capture still images at 12MP.

Features

12MP Photo

120-degree field of view

Built-in microphone

Price: $49.99

Pros

Good wide angle

Great for the price value

Cons

No autofocus

Not too okay for long depth focus

Logitech C925-e Webcam

The Logitech C925-e webcam is the company’s response to the need of we camera perfectly designed for corporate/business purposes. The design may be less elegant compared to the Microsoft Studio but yet, it still offers a great image quality.

Its 78 degrees view enables you to capture wide view and at the same time view your footage real live on screen. The mic can pick your voice even at a few distances from the PC using the omnidirectional senses.

Features

Full 1080p HD video

Autofocus

78 degrees field of view

Omni-directional built-in microphone

Light correction

Price: $85.95

Pros

Clear HD video

Great for Skype

Easy to use and install

Perfect for business video call

Privacy shutter

Cons

Up and down only camera movement

May encounter problems with Mac

iRush GUCEE HD92

There is a high probability that you may have never come across iRush before but their iRush GUCEE HD92 webcam is worthy to check out. This is a very affordable webcam with fantastic features including excellent image quality and 110 degrees field of view.

iRush GUCEE HD92 can swivel 360-degree giving you more convenience and wide coverage. The main issue with the camera aside from its mounting clip being sturdy is that the still images are only 2MP.

Features

Noise reduction microphone

Low-light capability

Plug and Play

110 Degree Field of View

Price: $17.99

Pros

Very affordable

Good image quality

Great for video conferencing

Cons

May have an issue with Windows 10

Sturdy mounting clip

Logitech HD Laptop Webcam C615

The Logitech HD Laptop Webcam C615 performs great in poorly illuminated scene thanks to its automatic light correction feature. It also offers you comfortability as it can swivel 360-degrees.

Features

Built-in microphone

360-degree swivel

HD 1080p video

Price: $27.89

Pros

Good image quality

All round swivel

Very affordable

Easy to pack

Cons

Requires at least 4GB of RAM

Software problem

Logitech C930e

The Logitech C930e is a great choice for whiteboard presentation and would have been great for a conference coverage if not for its low field of view.

Features

Full 1080P HD Video

30 Frames Per Second

Price: $59.99

Pros

Great for presentation/product demo

Budget-friendly

Clear and high-quality image

Good for video conference

Cons

Field of View can be better

AUSDOM Webcam

The AUSDOM Webcam is one of the most affordable webcams in the market offering full HD at their low price. It captures still images at 12MP and features a built-in noise-canceling mic.

It, however, features no autofocus and requires installation before use unlike the easy to use plug and play models.

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